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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

11, Emerald Close

ME1 2UE

ROCHESTER

Current

G

19

Potential

E

42

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,579

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,042

potential per year

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

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Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a E rating — saving up to £537 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Journey to A
GA
39,000
Property Value Boost
Investment
£23,500
Payback
~12 yrs
Current Costs
£1,579/yr
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
2
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Solar Panels + Battery

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£11,000
Cost
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £537/yrPayback: ~7 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
4
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This terraced house is located in ROCHESTER, ME1 2UE. The property offers 79.38m² (854 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated G (19/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a E rating (42/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1579, comprising £904 for heating, £604 for hot water, and £71 for lighting. The property produces 7.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2019 for £295,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
Potential
F21-38
G1-20
Current

Current Rating

G(19 points)

Achievable Rating

E(42 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 3 Apr 2009

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average

🪟 Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, mains gas

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

10.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

11, Emerald Close

ME1 2UE

ROCHESTER

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

79.38

5.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

7.8 tonnes/year

99 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

613 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in ROCHESTER

ROCHESTER properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (ME1) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, mains gas

£904 /yr

Save £169/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£604 /yr

Save £335/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

10.0% low energy

£71 /yr

Save £33/yr with improvements

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from G to E could add significant value.

£295,000

T

May 2019

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Warren Wood Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayME1 2UR

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

The Thomas Aveling School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayME1 2UW

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Holcombe Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayME4 6JB

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Crest Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME1 2QA

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

New Horizons Children's Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME4 6NR

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Delce Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME1 2NJ
?Not yet rated

Balfour Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME1 2QT

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayME1 3EL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.

Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.

Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.

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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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